Private Client Solicitor / Experienced Paralegal

ACS Staffing Solutions; North Warwickshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions in Warwickshire is seeking a Private Client professional to join a well-established law firm. The role suits a Wills & Probate solicitor, Chartered Legal Exec or experienced Paralegal who can manage their own caseload with appropriate supervision.

You will handle Wills, LPAs, and probate matters, meet clients in offices or at homes, draft documents, maintain case files, record time and bills, and work with colleagues to deliver high-quality client care with discretion.

Qualifications

• At least one year's PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, significant fee-earning experience, or experience as a Paralegal independently managing a Wills and LPA caseload with supervision.
• Knowledge of Private Client law and probate/estate administration is advantageous.
• Strong IT skills including Word and Outlook; P4W experience beneficial.
• Excellent communication and client care skills with professionalism and discretion; proactive, organised and able to use initiative.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of Private Client matters, including Wills and LPAs.
• Meet with clients in the office and, where required, at their homes, hospitals or care homes.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, attendance notes and other paperwork.
• Maintain accurate files and ensure effective case management.
• Record time and prepare bills in line with firm procedures.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships with discretion.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contribute to departmental meetings.

Skills

Private Client law knowledge

Client communication

IT literacy (Word/Outlook)

Proactive & organized

Education

Solicitor qualification

Chartered Legal Executive

Paralegal experience

Tools

P4W

Job description

Private Client Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive / Experienced Paralegal

I am currently recruiting for a fantastic opportunity within a well-established law firm's Private Client Department inWarwickshire.

The position is available on a full-time or part-time basis and would suit a Wills & Probate Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Paralegal who is confident managing their own caseload, with appropriate supervision where required.

The Role

You will manage a varied caseload of Private Client matters, providing a high standard of client care and delivering accurate, efficient legal services.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing your own caseload of Private Client matters, including Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
• Meeting with clients in the office and, where required, at their homes, hospitals or care homes.
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence, attendance notes and other relevant paperwork.
• Maintaining accurate files and ensuring effective case management.
• Recording time and preparing bills in line with firm procedures.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while handling sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues and contributing to departmental meetings.

About You The successful candidate will ideally have:

• At least one year's PQE as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive, significant fee-earning experience, or experience as a Paralegal independently managing a Wills and LPA caseload with supervision.
• A good understanding of Private Client law and legal procedures.
• Some knowledge or experience of probate and estate administration, which would be advantageous.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word and Outlook. Experience using P4W would be beneficial.
• Excellent communication and client care skills, with the ability to deal sensitively with clients during difficult circumstances.
• A proactive approach, good organisational skills and the ability to use your own initiative.
• A flexible, team-focused attitude and the ability to travel for client appointments when required.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join an established legal practice where you can make a real difference to clients while developing your career within Private Client law.

Working arrangements: Full-time or part-time

Location:Warwickshire

Specialism: Private Client - Wills, LPAs and Probate